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Diagnostic Test

  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. With the scan tool, read Body Control Module (BCM) DTCs and record on the repair order.
    2. Record the Environmental Data and any DTCs.
    3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    4. Using the recorded Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
    5. With the scan tool, read BCM DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

  2. CHECK RELATED LAMPS AND COMPONENTS FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT 
    1. Disconnect the following connectors, one at a time, while checking for the DTC status to change to Stored:
      • Electronic Overhead Module harness connector
      • Cargo Lamp harness connector
      • Cargo Lamp 2 harness connector
      • Driver Door Module (DDM) harness connector
      • Left Front Exterior Door Handle Switch harness connector
      • Driver Door Trim PDDL Lamp harness connector
      • Right Front Exterior Door Handle Switch harness connector
      • Passenger Door Trim PDDL Lamp harness connector
      • Left Rear Exterior Door Handle Switch harness connector
      • Left Rear Courtesy Lamp harness connector
      • Right Rear Exterior Door Handle Switch harness connector
      • Right Rear Courtesy Lamp harness connector
    2. With the scan tool, read BCM DTCs.

      Is the DTC still active after all of the indicated connectors are disconnected?

      Yes 

      • Go To  3

      No 

      • Replace the lamp or component that caused the DTC status to change to Stored in accordance with the Service Information.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
  3. CHECK THE (M1) COURTESY LAMPS DRIVER CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the BCM C5/E harness connector.
    3. Check for continuity between ground and the (M1) Courtesy Lamps Driver circuit at BCM C5/E harness connector - terminal 6.

      Is there continuity between ground and the (M1) Courtesy Lamps Driver circuit?

      Yes 

      • Repair the short to ground on the (M1) Courtesy Lamps Driver circuit.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Go To  4
  4. CHECK THE (M59) COURTESY LAMPS FEED CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    1. Check for continuity between ground and the (M59) Courtesy Lamps Feed circuit at BCM C5/E harness connector - terminal 28.

      Is there continuity between ground and the (M59) Courtesy Lamps Feed circuit?

      Yes 

      • Repair the short to ground on the (M59) Courtesy Lamps Feed circuit.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Go To  5
  5. CHECK THE (E12) PANEL LAMPS DRIVER CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    1. Check for continuity between ground and the (E12) Panel Lamps Driver circuit at BCM C5/E harness connector - terminal 7.

      Is there continuity between ground and the (E12) Panel Lamps Driver circuit?

      Yes 

      • Repair the short to ground on the (E12) Panel Lamps Driver circuit.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Go To  6
  6. CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS 
    1. Disconnect all BCM harness connectors.
    2. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
    3. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
    4. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
      • Proper connector installation.
      • Damaged connector locks.
      • Corrosion.
      • Other signs of water intrusion.
      • Weather seal damage (if equipped).
      • Bent terminals.
      • Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
      • Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
      • Perform a terminal drag test on each connector terminal to verify proper terminal tension.

      Repair any conditions that are found.

    5. Connect all BCM harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    6. Connect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    7. Connect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    8. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    9. Using the recorded Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
    10. With the scan tool, read BCM DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      No